Keynote Speakers

Keynote and Emcee:

Kate Davis

Helping people find balance, resilience and connectivity through humour

Kate Davis bring 15 years of expertise in transforming corporate cultures by unlocking extraordinary communication and teamwork. Her approach, honed through years of working with diverse organizations, combines humour with practical strategies to revolutionize workplace dynamics. With two decades of research and development, Kate has refined her methods to address the unique challenges of modern corporate environments.

As an award-winning comic, author of two books, and sought-after international keynote speaker, Kate has demonstrated her ability to connect with and transform teams across various industries. Her track record includes collaborations with high-profile figures such as former President Bill Clinton and the late Barbara Walters, showcasing her versatility in engaging with diverse audiences. Kate regularly appears on popular media channels, including TVO, Breakfast Television and CBC’s Radio One, and has been published in Today’s Parent Magazine, leader’s Digest and more. She has also penned two books. Her first, “Breast-feeding Diaries,” won the iParenting Media Award.

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Conference Keynotes:

André Picard

André Picard is one of Canada’s top health and public policy observers and commentators. He has been a part of The Globe and Mail team since 1987, where he is a health reporter and columnist. He is also the author of six bestselling books. André is an eight-time nominee for the National Newspaper Awards, Canada’s top journalism prize, where he has twice been named the country’s top newspaper columnist. He is past winner of the prestigious Michener Award for Meritorious Public Service Journalism, and the Centennial Prize of the Pan-American Health Organization, awarded to the top health reporter in the 17 countries of the Americas. André’s keynote is sponsored in part by the generous contribution of the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors National Education Committee.

André’s work has been recognized by a number of health advocacy groups. He was named Canada’s first “Public Health Hero” by the Canadian Public Health Association and a “Champion of Mental Health” by the Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health. He received the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for his dedication to improving healthcare. In 2023, André was appointed to the Order of Canada for his lifelong dedication to advancing public health understanding and practices within the nation. A graduate of the University of Ottawa and Carleton University, André has received honorary doctorates from eight universities, including UBC and the University of Toronto. He is a seasoned communicator who employs a conversational style to reach his audience. Additionally, he enlivens his research and commentary with personal stories to provide context for his audience.

Dr. Georgette Zinaty

Dr. Georgette Zinaty is the Founder and CEO of Women Helping Empower Women and the Chief of Staff at Myant Corporation. Dr. Zinaty is a strong advocate for leadership and inclusion within organizations. As a distinguished Forbes contributor and internationally recognized thought leader, Dr. Zinaty shapes the future of leadership, inclusion, and business. She had delivered impactful keynotes at events such as the World Diversity in Leadership Conference—sharing platforms with luminaries including Martin Luther King III and Julia Gillard, Former Prime Minister of Australia. Her TEDx talks and global speaking engagements consistently challenge conventional paradigms, inspiring audiences to harness the power of innovation and AI for real-world impact. Dr. Zinaty’s influence extends beyond the corporate sphere; she has been honoured as an Immigrant Woman of Inspiration and recognized by Canadian leaders for her exceptional volunteerism and community-building initiatives.

Dr. Zinaty holds a Bachelor’s degree in English and Political Science, an MBA from the University of Liverpool, an MSc from Henley School of Business, a certificate in Leading Strategic Change from Harvard University, and a Doctorate in Business Administration from the Rotman School of Business and Henley School of Business. Dr. Zinaty is committed to empowering others to thrive in the era of disruption (and burnout), AI and business innovation.

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